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Quote, originally posted by Wolfman213 »Yeah, the lot is... well... simply a parking lot lol. Nothing scenic about it. AFA anything scenic, I really only know places in Anderson which is about 45 miles NE from downtown. So anyone else with suggestions in the Indy vacinity that meets the afore mentioned suggestions? No worries! It sounds like the dates weren't working out anyhow, right?I know it's a lot to ask, but if anyone in Indy (or the 'burbs) is able to do so, could you check out a park or two over the weekend, or some time next week? Might give us a better idea of what can accommodate us.

I'll check some places in Anderson just to check, but I'm also checking on a place in Fisher's which is just outside of Indy.

Quote, originally posted by Wolfman213 »I'll check some places in Anderson just to check, but I'm also checking on a place in Fisher's which is just outside of Indy.

Only 50 miles away so I'm game.

Quote, originally posted by lifes tuff »Only 50 miles away so I'm game.And that makes 15! Depending on dates, of course... Can we hit 30 by next week?

Any Indy ppl familiar with Sahms' Park in Fishers? From what I can remember, there are two entrances. One entrance lets in to the section that has the golf course and the pool. The other lets into the actual park. I've never been on the park side, but I've been on the pool side.The pool side has pool parking right in front, but they also have a pretty decent overflow lot on the side that IIRC, one side is lined with trees. It is a public park and there is no adminssion to get to the parking lot. This could be a decent location. If I have time, I'm going to try and make it there tomorrow to give it a look at both entrances and see if it could be a possibility.Here is a link that shows nearby hotels and dining. http://visitindy.com/indianapo...c&p=1

Excellent suggestion, Wolfman! Nice backdrop for the ponta2147's in the bunch (j/k ponta, this preference includes me, too.) Tapping into the NE side's shopping, restaurants, etc. Close to highways, hotels. Hopefully you can get there tomorrow, and confirm the entrance questions. Thanks again for doing this, it is greatly appreciated! I personally have not been there, but am familiar with the area where it is located.

Two large parks in the Indianapolis area that come to mind quickly:(minor updates)Fort Harrison State Park - north east side off of 56th St. (Former Army base) --> http://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2982.htm $5 Indiana vehicle and all passengers, $7 out-of-state vehicle and all passengers (Sorry!)Fort Harrison Park map link -> http://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake...l.pdfEagle Creek (City) Park - north west side of Indianapolis, between 56th St & 71st St. alongside a large reservoir --> http://www.eaglecreekpark.org/index2.html $5 vehicle admission, includes 'unlimited' passengersEagle Creek Park map link -> http://www.eaglecreekpark.org/Images/ecmap.gif

The likelihood of us being able to attend would be increased the farther away it is from July 4, since I work at a fireworks store, but we could possibly be interested if the date is right. All Indiana State Parks have that entrance fee Kostby posted for Fort Harrison...or if you are an IN resident who uses the parks a lot, you can buy a yearly pass that gets you in all year.

Quote, originally posted by kostby »$5 Indiana vehicle and all passengers, $7 out-of-state vehicle and all passengers (Sorry!)Half the price of a movie, and twice as entertaining. Maybe even three! That is, if a whole mess of us show up!

Quote, originally posted by Kari »The likelihood of us being able to attend would be increased the farther away it is from July 4, since I work at a fireworks store, but we could possibly be interested if the date is right. Do people return a lot of unused fireworks the week after? Looks like July 10th would be the closest date to the 4th. With the 17th still seeming like the front-runner. It seems we do not have a lot of interest in the June 12th-13th weekend. You're on the list!

ft. harrison is a huge park and it's really pretty. it has some restaurants nearby, but i don't think there are any hotels close to it.

LODGING...Entering 'Hotels near Ft. Harrison State Park, Indianapolis, Indiana' into a popular search engine will show you two concentrations of hotels within a 10-15 minute drive.There are a number of popular chain hotels priced near $100 per night (before taxes, current rates, which could go higher in the summer, especially if there is another large event in the area) located near Castleton I-465/I-69 area about 10-15 minutes north, and a smaller number located in the I-465/I-70 area, about 10-15 minutes southSimilarly, there are no hotels right at Eagle Creek Park on the west side, but there are hotels on the northwest side of Indianapolis, located near I-465 and Meridian Street, I-465 and Michigan Road/421, I-465 and West 86th Street, I-465 and West 71st St.If those prices seem expensive, yes they are. Don't forget that, like most major cities, Indianapolis adds a variety of additional innkeeper fees and taxes to your 'published' room charges. And yes, there are cheaper rooms available. Be certain to read reviews posted by travelers on recent visits. Indianapolis is a big city, and lower hotel prices generally mean less safety.If you're coming from far away, and trying to do this on a very tight budget, let's see if there are GenVibers in the region (many of whom have already posted in this thread) who would be willing to open their doors, guest rooms, couches, back yards, or porch swings to you. I'd volunteer my home to those coming from the north via I-65, but we're planning to move this summer, and I couldn't guarantee there would even be a parking space for you overnight.

Quote, originally posted by Wolfman213 »Any Indy ppl familiar with Sahms' Park in Fishers? If I have time, I'm going to try and make it there tomorrow to give it a look at both entrances and see if it could be a possibility.Any luck? Sounded pretty nice (crossing fingers).As did this:Quote, originally posted by sgp2012 »ft. harrison is a huge park and it's really pretty. it has some restaurants nearby, but i don't think there are any hotels close to it. At this point, it would seem these NE side locations are good suggestions, as well as Greenwood on the south side. Dates look to be 17th-18th of July, and this is the current roster of those interested, with Mac99d unfortunately not available for 7/17-18 :jkm311tpollaufWolfman213ponta2147 (if before end of August)J_TO_ENVYKevzazRussiavillesgp2012PsychoMartyr (mid-July)Mac99d (if before late June)midnightthunder89 (a "maybe")audiovibehouseofbugskotsbylifes tuffKarijackie879 (a "maybe")

lookin promising 8)seems to be coming together you folks takin charge here rock!It's not going unnoticed

Being a GenViber that missed out on the "glory days" of big meets (heck ALL meets), I'm excited at the prospect of this coming together. Putting faces to screen names, and talking all-things-Vibe to peeps like you guys will be fantastic. And it'll give my wife a break from having to listen to me go on and on about it (for the past 4 years). Glad it's taking shape. Especially since it's drawing folks from, what, 5 states already? 6? Love it.

Quote, originally posted by jkm311 »Any luck? Sounded pretty nice (crossing fingers).I wasn't able to make it there to check out yesterday and I won't be able to today either. Tomorrow on my way home from work is when I'll be able to stop by. I will, however, be making some calls today regarding it.

Thanks Wolfman! Keep us posted

Go ahead and put me down for a "maybe". I'm only 4 hours away and I've never been to Indy before, and I'd love to meet some fellow Vibe owners!If I'm able to make it I'd probably stay the night, so any recommendations for hotels in the area would be great. I'm fine with $100 a night as long as the place is clean and in a safe area.

You've been made a maybe, Jackie!

Quote, originally posted by Wolfman213 »Tomorrow on my way home from work is when I'll be able to stop by. I will, however, be making some calls today regarding it.Drum roll...

Quote, originally posted by jkm311 »Do people return a lot of unused fireworks the week after? Looks like July 10th would be the closest date to the 4th. With the 17th still seeming like the front-runner. It seems we do not have a lot of interest in the June 12th-13th weekend. You're on the list! No, we're busy because people think there's going to be some kind of big half price sale and there isn't. LOL Plus they want more of what they bought and shot off the weekend before. The 17th would still be dicey, because we usually stay open for a few weeks afterward and I have to take the work while I can get it. So that makes us a "maybe" I guess.

Quote, originally posted by Kari » So that makes us a "maybe" I guess.You've been "maybe-d." Hope you can still make it.

I might even come out this this meet... although I won't have my Vibe anymore by then. Think I'll still be allowed?

Put me down as a maybe too, as long as Kari is able to make it. Toasted, come on over - haven't seen you in a while. Doesn't matter what you drive.

Quote, originally posted by ColonelPanic »Put me down as a maybe too, as long as Kari is able to make it. Toasted, come on over - haven't seen you in a while. Doesn't matter what you drive. The more the merrier! jkm311tpollaufWolfman213ponta2147 (if before end of August)J_TO_ENVYKevzazRussiavillesgp2012PsychoMartyr (mid-July)Mac99d (if before late June)midnightthunder89 (a "maybe")audiovibehouseofbugskotsbylifes tuffKari (a "maybe")jackie879 (a "maybe") Toasted7ColonelPanic (a "maybe")

Quote, originally posted by jkm311 »Drum roll... Had some issues yesterday, but I'll be stopping there today. I brought my camera along so I can take a few pics as well. Sorry for the delay

THE SUSPENSE!!!! ITS KILLING ME! JK I am curious to see what it looks like.

Well, I guess there is just one entrance to the place. Why in the world I thought there were two, who knows. As you enter the park, there is a long stretch of parking and that is where the shelter area and tables and such are. Those will be the earlier pics. The later pics will be of the huge lot next to the pool. I don't think they have everything totally set for the summer quite yet as the golf course was getting fixed up and it appeared that they were working on the pool area as well. I tried getting pics of the basketball, volleyball and tennis courts too, but not sure how well they turned out. But, there is no charge to get in and there are tons of lodging and restaurants around here as well.

Quote, originally posted by Wolfman213 »But, there is no charge to get in and there are tons of lodging and restaurants around here as well.Wolfman? Naw, THE man. These shots are fantastic! And the proximity to lodging and eats is a HUGE plus. I'm just envisioning all the Vibes lined up on July 17th!Nevermind that including this shot sold me. What does everyone think? Shall we have a vote? Yahs vs. nays style?

lol, just trying to do my part.

good parking. where exactly is it at?

Quote, originally posted by jkm311 »Shall we have a vote? Yahs vs. nays style?Cha! I like it

Lots of shots of the parking lot... the most important part.

Where is the Vibe PowWow going to be? When?

Looks great! Even a park for the kiddies

Quote, originally posted by LavaIlliniVibe »Where is the Vibe PowWow going to be? When?Well, with Wolfman posting these photos, the "where" just became Sahm Park in Fishers for now. Unless there are any objections.The "when" seems to be shaping up as the weekend of July 17th-18th!The park's site: http://www.indygov.org/eGov/Ci....aspxAnd after clicking around, they state only a few free picnic tables are available as "first come, first served." They have rental rates for a couple covered picnic areas. Sahm #1 is $125, Sahm #2 is $100, and Salm "Picnic Knoll" is $65, which makes me believe it's not covered.I'm assuming we would just bring our own portable tables and whatnot, in an effort to stay close to the cars, but if there's interest in trying to get a covered area rented, we can take up that conversation.I entered in the dates of 7/16-7/18 on the "event calendar" and the only item it returned was a Pet Giveaway function at the local PetSmart (must be a calendar for the Indy area in general), so we are good there. Wolfman, any other info we should know about? Looks like your suggestion is strong! I noticed there was another park directly East of Sahm, North Eastway Park? Maybe this is what you thought was the "other entrance?" The description below states Sahm is the park's latest name, it used to be called "Northeastway."Sahm ParkIndianapolis, IN 462506801 E. 91st Street(317) 915-0336 (office)(317) 849-2227 (pool)Chad Lawrence, park managerHOURSDawn to DuskDESCRIPTIONFormerly known as Northeastway, the park was renamed William S. Sahm Park and has a rich history in the community. The central focal point in the park is the remodeled aquatic center, which opened in 1999. This facility boasts a 400,000 gallon pool with a zero depth area, numerous spray features, 3 slides and lap lanes. The park is also adjacent to Sahm Golf Course. AMENITIESAquatic Center - outdoorPlaygroundCorporate PavilionPicnic Shelters (3)Picnic Knoll (1)Tennis Courts (4)Basketball CourtSand Volleyball CourtsSoccer FieldsFitness Trail Disc Golf 18 Hole Course

What the hell, put me down for a maybe for this meet. I'm long overdue for a big meet. Looks like it would be a 10-11 hour drive. Maybe I can hook up with some others along the way down and Convoy!!!

Quote, originally posted by BlueCrush »What the hell, put me down for a maybe for this meet. I'm long overdue for a big meet. Looks like it would be a 10-11 hour drive. Maybe I can hook up with some others along the way down and Convoy!!!You can always meet up with us Chicagoland folk, we're planning on driving down together... whee!

Looks good to me. It really doesn't matter where it is when you are driving 4 - 5 hours to get there. Didn't see any port-a-potties YET! Maybe it's too early and they'll bring them in as summer approaches. Lots of woods for us guys BUT you women will need the port-a potties! Saturday 7-18-10 will work for me at this point. I just don't know if I should tell the wife or not. This will be MY road trio !!!!!!

It helps if I look at the CORRECT calendar !!! Saturday 7-17-2010 will work for me...

WOW! Thank you so much for all of the information! I am seriously considering attending... I probably will not know until closer to the time, so make your plans and if I can, I will!

I really wish I could go... Some of us vibes out in the west coast have to set up a meet! Any fellow Vibe owners from the Los Angeles area?

The 17th is good for me! Let's get a date set in stone so i can make sure I'm free.

On that map, I believe what they have labeled as the North Eastway Park is the golf course. You actually found out more information than I knew about with the picnic tables and such lol.

Quote, originally posted by BlueCrush »What the hell, put me down for a maybe for this meet. I'm long overdue for a big meet.Quote, originally posted by LavaIlliniVibe »I am seriously considering attending... I probably will not know until closer to the time, so make your plans and if I can, I will!Including our "maybes" we have hit 20! Please check the list below to see if I missed anyone:jkm311tpollaufWolfman213ponta2147J_TO_ENVYKevzazRussiavillesgp2012PsychoMartyraudiovibehouseofbugskotsbylifes tuffToasted7LavaIlliniVibeBlueCrushmidnightthunder89 (a "maybe")Kari (a "maybe")jackie879 (a "maybe")ColonelPanic (a "maybe")Mac99d (if before late June) - Sorry Mac, 7/17 is our date, unless something changes. Our date is Saturday, July 17th at Sahm Park in Fishers, Indianahttp://www.indygov.org/eGov/Ci....aspxtpollauf - I called about the port-o-potty situation, but nobody picked up this morning. I'll call a little later in the day to confirm. Anything else I should ask? Maybe ask if they know of any July weekends with "something going on?" Maybe get an idea if someone else has a big event there on the 17th.

Quote, originally posted by ponta2147 »You can always meet up with us Chicagoland folk, we're planning on driving down together... whee!That could work depending on the route I want to take. We'll talk as we get closer to the meet.

Quote, originally posted by tpollauf » I just don't know if I should tell the wife or not. This will be MY road trio !!!!!! lol...I'm in that boat with ya! I'm bringin my bro and a good friend. Don't want her to be bored...(no interest in cars)

Quote, originally posted by A Psycho Martyr »lol...I'm in that boat with ya! I'm bringin my bro and a good friend. Don't want her to be bored...(no interest in cars)You could always encourage her to do something special with her friends that weekend.

yeah. that's the plan. Maybe it's time for a poll for the date?And possibly one for the location, although I think noone objected to Sahm